The Civilisation of the Renaissance in Italy, published by Jacob Burckhardt in 1860, is one of the most influential works of cultural history ever written. It interprets the Italian Renaissance as the birthplace of the modern individual, examining the state as a work of art, the revival of antiquity, and the development of personality, society, and religion.
Burckhardt’s sweeping vision shaped how generations understood the period and remains a foundational text in the study of the Renaissance. Its bold argument continues to provoke and inspire. This free EPUB edition presents the complete English translation for readers of cultural and Renaissance history.